Mexico Visa Requirements for American citizens in 2024

Last Updated: June 7, 2024, 2:16 p.m.

United States of America

Mexico

1) Visa Not Required

Travelers holding American passports are welcomed to Mexico without the need for a tourist visa in 2024. Enjoy up to 180 days days of visa-free stay and ensure to review the below guidelines for a smooth travel experience.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

180 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist


Further Notes

  • Visitors must obtain a Multiple Immigration Form. There is no charge for a tourist FMM for stays of less than 7 days when entering by land. For visitors staying more than 7 days and entering by land, it will cost 687 Mexican Pesos or around USD 40. The FMM is required for all visitors entering via air, regardless of length of stay, and the cost is included in the traveler's airfare and remitted by the airline.
  • Passport Card or Enhanced Drivers License is valid for Land and Sea Travel.
  • Exit stamp required if you entered using paper FMM (All Land POEs)
  • You are in Mexico illegally if you did not get a FMM at the border (even if using the 7 day FMM fee exemption via land) or eFMM
  • Mandatory Car Disinfection at Mexico's Southern Borders (Guatemala and Belize)

Reference Links

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General Information about Mexico

  • Name (Common): Mexico
  • Name (Official): United Mexican States
  • Population: 128932753
  • Area: 1964375
  • Capital: Mexico City
  • Currency: Mexican peso
  • Language: Spanish
  • Calling Code: +5
  • Region: Americas
  • Subregion: North America

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

No, American citizens do not need a visa for Mexico.

No, American citizens do not need a visa for Mexico.

Yes, American citizens can travel to Mexico without a visa.

The maximum length of stay in Mexico with Visa Not Required is 180 days. American citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying in Mexico even if a visa is not required can result in fines and penalties. Ensure to comply with the allowed stay duration of 180 days.
Travel Advisory for Mexico

Advisory Message: Mexico has a current risk level of 3.6 (out of 5). We advise: Please reconsider your need to travel to Mexico.
Score: 3.6
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/mexico
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.